CLINIC SCHEDULE

CLINIC SCHEDULE

Schedule of clinics is listed by clinician name

Allen, Jerry

AFTER MARKET MODIFICATION OF VEHICLES TO MATCH PROTOTYPE

There are many HO vehicles available in the marketplace, but not everything we could wish. Jerry will explore not only what vehicles are available, but also what resin and etched detail parts are available to super detail, kitbash or scratchbuild vehicles to exactly meet your needs. Examples will be available for viewing as well as catalog information on what's available.

TUESDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

SATURDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Almond, Anita

CACTUS COUNTRY

All saguaro cacti are not alike. This clinic will show you examples in the wild and give you some ideas about scale for O gauge, HO, and N. Then you will have an opportunity to build your own from wire and Sculpey clay. You may also wish to make barrel cacti to scale. Limit: 20, $3.00 material fee. The cactus or cacti will be picked up in the Clinic Office on Wednesday after they are baked.

TUESDAY 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Anaheim Committee,

BINGO PARTY

Join the party and enjoy an evening playing BINGO and win some prizes. All clinics and demonstrations are free however there will be a supply fee of $5.00 or less per projects you choose to make.

WEDNESDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

CITRUS RECIPE EXCHANGE

We will discuss the use of citrus in cooking and share recipes. E-mail your favorite recipes using citrus to: dryno47@cox.net and I will put them into a booklet for you to take home. Happy cooking! All clinics and demonstrations are free how ever there will be a supply fee of $5.00 or less per projects you choose to make.

MONDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

CROSS STITCH SESSION

All clinics and demonstrations are free how ever there will be a supply fee of $5.00 or less per projects you choose to make.

TUESDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

DECORATE A GLASS CANDLE HOLDER WITH WIRE AND BEADS

Come play with wire and beads. We will decorate a candle holder and make a key chain. All clinics and demonstrations are free however there will be a supply fee of $5.00 or less per projects you choose to make.

WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

DECORATE A PICTURE FRAME

This project takes a little glue to embellish a picture frame. All clinics and demonstrations are free how ever there will be a supply fee of $5.00 or less per projects you choose to make.

FRIDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

DECORATE A WINE/GIFT SACK

This fun stenciling project will enable you to choose a theme for everyday or a holiday. Makes a great gift. All clinics and demonstrations are free how ever there will be a supply fee of $5.00 or less per projects you choose to make.

WEDNESDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

FELTING PROJECT DEMONSTRATION

Needle felting is an ancient art form that is enjoying a revival. It is a process of locking wool fibers together using a barbed needle. We will be making a pin using this method. All clinics and demonstrations are free however there will be a supply fee of $5.00 or less per projects you choose to make.

THURSDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

FLORAL PROJECT USING DRIED CITRUS

This project will use dried citrus to make a great smelling arrangement to brighten your home. All clinics and demonstrations are free however there will be a supply fee of $5.00 or less per projects you choose to make.

WEDNESDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

JEWELRY MAKING WITH JANET

Project to be announced but I can assure you that Janet has had great projects in the past so this is one to look forward to. All clinics and demonstrations are free however there will be a supply fee of $5.00 or less per projects you choose to make.

THURSDAY 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

LEMON LAYOFF

We are adding a little twist to this game so join us for free gifts and an opportunity to get to know each other better. NOTE: THIS CLINIC WILL START IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE WELCOME MESSAGE HAS BEEN COMPLETED.

MONDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

MAKE A CARD THAT CONTAINS A GIFT OF TEA OR COCOA

In this card making class we will use fabric cut outs to make a cup or mug that will hold a packet of coco or a tea bag. All clinics and demonstrations are free however there will be a supply fee of $5.00 or less per projects you choose to make.

WEDNESDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

MAKE A CIGAR BOX PURSE

Come transform a cigar box into a treasure box or a purse using paper, ribbon, fabric and a little hardware. All clinics and demonstrations are free however there will be a supply fee of $5.00 or less per projects you choose to make.

TUESDAY 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

MAKE A FABRIC COVERED JOURNAL

Wonder Under adhesive is the magic that makes this project so easy. Come and learn how to decorate lots of objects with fabric and make a journal. All clinics and demonstrations are free however there will be a supply fee of $5.00 or less per projects you choose to make.

FRIDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

MAKE AN AN "OREO" COOKIE TRAIN!

Oreo cookies, graham crackers ice cream cones, candy and frosting make this delicious eatable decoration. School age children (accompanied by an adult) can join in on this project. All clinics and demonstrations are free however there will be a supply fee of $5.00 or less per projects you choose to make.

WEDNESDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

MAKE AN ORNAMENT YOUR CHOICE ANY HOLIDAY OR SEASON

We haven’t finalized this project but it will involve simple stitching and lots of fun. All clinics and demonstrations are free however there will be a supply fee of $5.00 or less per projects you choose to make.

FRIDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

MAKE IT TAKE IT FABRIC TRAIN PIN

Come make this easy no-sew pin or its light sewing version and we can wear them all week. All clinics and demonstrations are free however there will be a supply fee of $5.00 or less per projects you choose to make.

FRIDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

ORIGAMI

The details of this class will be announced later but be assured it will involve paper! All clinics and demonstrations are free however there will be a supply fee of $5.00 or less per projects you choose to make.

THURSDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

PLAY TRAINS DOMINO'S

Everyone is welcome here to learn a great version of Dominos! All clinics and demonstrations are free however there will be a supply fee of $5.00 or less per projects you choose to make.

MONDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

QUILTING DEMO TRAIN T-SHIRT QUILT

We hope to have the owner of a local quilt shop present this demo only class with great ideas on using those old shirts with train or sports logos. All clinics and demonstrations are free however there will be a supply fee of $5.00 or less per projects you choose to make.

THURSDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

WARM-UP AMERICA: LEARN TO KNIT OR CROCHET

In this clinic we will be working on Afghan squares in both knitting and crochet. We will have supplies and tools, however if you have any left over yarns that you would like to donate or have your own needles and or hooks to use, please bring them. These learning squares will be used to make Afghans for those in need.

MONDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

WELCOME AND AN INTRODUCTION TO NON-RAIL ACTIVITIES

Come join us for coffee or tea and learn about the weeks activities. We hop you meet new friends reunite with old friends and learn a little about getting the most out of convention.

MONDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Angstead, Frank

INTERMOUNTAIN RAILWAY COMPANY -- PAST, PRESENT & FUTURE

An overview of the formation, development and operation of a well-known model railroad manufacturer. Emphasis on product mix, business relationships, and company values. This is a commercial clinic.

THURSDAY 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM

FRIDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Arendes, Dave

WEATHERING MODERN FREIGHT CARS

Weathering freight cars using a variety of techniques including air brushing acrylics, dry brushing, and the use of graffiti decals. The purpose is to make your models look realistic.

MONDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

WEDNESDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Baird, David

STEEL TRACK 4 - STEEL INDUSTRY KITS ON MODULES

Fitting the Walthers blast furnace and coke plant kits onto modules. I will use photos and drawings, and possibly video segments, showing how I am fitting these kits onto portable 8 foot long modules. These will extend an existing modular club's visual interest, and provide new operating possibilities.

THURSDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Best, Dr. John

MODELING PROTOTYPICAL INDUSTRIAL DETAILS

Based on the prototype, I will give you practical techniques for adding appealing industrial details. You'll see how to construct details from household items, parts of kits and from scratch. Sources for obtaining industrial details from the major manufacturers and cottage industries will also be covered. The techniques and resources are suited for heavy or lighter industries. Included: vents, tanks, scaffolds, conveyors, electrical meters, valves, doors, roof details, piping, segmented elbows and more.

MONDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

TUESDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

STEEL TRACK 1 - MODELING STEEL MILL DETAILS

Based on the details seen on steel mill structures, I will give you workable know-how for adding them to your models. The techniques and resources in this clinic are uniquely designed for steel mill modeling. You will learn how to construct appealing details from household items, parts of kits and from scratch. Sources for obtaining them from cottage industries and the major manufacturers will also be given. Included: vents, tanks, scaffolds, conveyors, electrical meters, valves, doors, roof details, piping, segmented elbows, caged ladders, and more.

THURSDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Bloch, Bruce

ESTATE PLANNING

On average, life expectancy statistics state that women will outlive their significant others. What does the widow do with the layout, the model train collection, train books and other assets? Along with these issues, this presentation will also discuss important matters such as living trusts, probate and estate taxes.

TUESDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Bragdon, Joel

CREATING GEODESIC FOAM SCENERY

This clinic is an in depth and comprehensive look at all aspects of cast resin/foam scenery. These fast, easy and clean methods produce spectacular results using odorless resins. A light weight mountain railroad diorama will be sceniced during the clinic from the bench work up. Foam bench work and roadbed, foam hard shell and resin/foam rock casting will be demonstrated. Also painting foam scenery, vegetation and final detailing will be covered. This is a commercial clinic.

TUESDAY 8:30 PM - 11:00 PM

WEDNESDAY 8:30 PM - 11:00 PM

FAST & EASY WEATHERING

Learn to weather models realistically by learning from nature and the real world. Many interesting techniques will be examined; both old and new methods and materials. All are quick and easy to learn and do. There will be a hands-on session for the attendees during the latter portion of the clinic. Everyone will have an opportunity to try several of the demonstrated methods. This is a commercial clinic.

THURSDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Bronson, Dick - David DuChamp - Bob Jacobsen

ADD SIGNALS TO YOUR LAYOUT WITH JMRI/PANELPRO

PanelPro can help you add signals to your layout. This clinic starts with info on how to connect turnouts, occupancy detectors and signals. It then shows the basics of signal logic, and how to configure PanelPro to control simple ABS signaling. This builds on the "Introduction to PanelPro" clinic, and is followed by the "2D CTC Machine" clinic.

SUNDAY 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM

CREATE A DETAILED 2D CTC MACHINE MODEL WITH JMRI/PANELPRO

PanelPro allows you to add a fully functioning model CTC machine to your layout, either a 2D (two dimensional) virtual panel on a computer screen, or in 3D using actual switches and lights. This clinic shows you the basics of how it's done, and teaches what you need to know to create one for your own railroad's dispatcher. The demo includes the sounds and prototypical interlocking of a mid 20th century classic US&S machine.

MONDAY 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM

INTRODUCTION TO LAYOUT CONTROL WITH JMRI/PANELPRO

PanelPro is a tool that can help you add control panels, signals, and other automation to your layout. This clinic will help you get started, and show you how to create simple computer based control panels for your layout.

SUNDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

FRIDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Burgess, Jack, MMR

RESIN KIT ASSEMBLY TIPS AND TECHNIQUES

There are now literally hundreds of resin kits available, allowing modelers to accurately replicate strings of prototype freight cars with all of their subtle variations. However, these kits are not necessarily easy to assemble. In this clinic, Jack will share some tips and techniques to make the assembly of resin kits easier and quicker with fewer problems and, more importantly, more fun.

MONDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Camplin, Roger

STEEL TRACK 5 - SPEAKER'S FORUM

Here's your chance to ask the questions that you have and to listen to the experts answers.

THURSDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Carnighan, Mark

ARCHITECTURAL AND CIVIL ENGINEERING FOR MODEL RAILROADS

Have you ever looked at a model scene and wondered why one looks more right than another, even though the model building skills are equal. This clinic will present the various common design standards and "rules of thumb" used in Architectural design and some site planning. By knowing and applying the basic design rules both scratch built and kitbashed structures may be built to look more realistic. And with some simple site design and civil engineering guidelines, the placement of the structures and their surroundings also can be more realistic.

MONDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

TUESDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

MICRO CAMERAS FOR MODEL RAILROADS

Ever wonder what the trackside view of the trains running through your miniature railroad empire looked like. Or even better the engineers’ or passengers’ view. This clinic will explore the various ways that the current selection of low cost closed circuit and even wireless micro-cameras can be used on a model railroad layout. Some of the applications will include placing cameras inside of different trackside structures in order to watch the trains go by in a scale view. Others topics include using the cameras for control of remote and hidden areas and their cost vs. typical track detection systems. And last, but not least, the issues of on board video will be explored and demos of the hardware will be shown. And if all this is not cool enough, it is all done in N scale.

MONDAY 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM

TUESDAY 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Chandler, Paul

MAKING COMMERCIAL TURNOUTS OPERATE RELIABLY

Turnouts can and should operate like a piece of ordinary straight track. If you have derailments or locomotives that stop or stutter or lights that blink going through a turnout then there is a problem. Fortunately, these problems can be solved with most brands of turnouts.

MONDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

THURSDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Clark, Robert A.

LAYOUT DESIGN WITH A PASSENGER TRAIN ORIENTATION

LDSIG -

Track plans for passenger train oriented layouts suggest how passenger terminals and main line layout design elements can be pulled together. Layout design elements such turning arrangements, express and mail facilities, and coach yard requirements such as car washers, servicing platforms, Pullman and commissary buildings, and craft shops will be covered. Main line elements include junctions for merging and splitting of trains and through stations with setouts will be discussed also. NOTE: This is the same as LDSIG Clinic 2b.

SATURDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

LD SIG TRACK 2b -- LAYOUT DESIGN WITH A PASSENGER TRAIN ORIENTATION

OPSig CLINC - LDSIG -

TUESDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

MAIL BY RAIL

Mail was sorted in Railway Post Office cars on moving trains for over 100 years. The railroads also moved mail in a variety of other car types. This clinic illustrates and discusses these car types, their operation in passenger trains, and the evolution of interior hardware and sorting procedures.

MONDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

THURSDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Connery, Dave - Brad Lloyd

BASIC SCENERY 1: BASIC COMPLETED SCENERY

This series is a set of 7 clinics, each clinic stands alone but taken as a whole, they will provide you with all the information to build complete scenes for your layout. There is a separate handout for each clinic, you can attend the entire series or just those in areas you want more information.

Before your eyes, Brad and Dave will create a credible basic scene and prove to you that you do have the skill and time to complete scenes on your layout or diorama. This will be done live in HO but the techniques work for every scale. This duo will take you from a scenery base to a finished scene you will be proud of and show, using simple techniques, how excellent results can be achieved. Watch as they complete a scene, step-by-step as they show and describe how to achieve similar results on your model railroad.

WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

BASIC SCENERY 2: MODELING WATER

Brad and Dave will show examples of various water modeling methods and products and explain their experiences in using these techniques. You will understand the details of just how each product is successfully used, possible problems and fixes and see HO examples of each of these approaches. The clinic will include modeling still water in ponds and pools, large lakes, moving water and water falls.

WEDNESDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

BASIC SCENERY 3: MODELING ROADS

Learn numerous ways to model streets and roads on your layout. Included will be dirt, gravel, brick, cobblestone, macadam, and concrete surfaces. We will cover road building over a variety of eras. Both commercial products and "scratch building" techniques will be shown. In addition to road services we will cover road and road-side details as well as rail crossings and street rails to enhance your layouts highways and byways.

WEDNESDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

BASIC SCENERY 4: MODELING FENCES AND WALLS

Fences and walls are very common man made features found in great diversity throughout railroad scenes. You will learn a variety of techniques using both commercial products and how to create these features from scratch. Residential, commercial, industrial and farm fences made of wood, wire and metal will be demonstrated. Retaining walls, tunnel walls, wing walls and building foundations will be shown using brick, concrete, wood, stone and steel. These techniques can add great realism to otherwise common scenes.

WEDNESDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

BASIC SCENERY 5: MODELING TREES

A variety of trees are essential in nearly every model railroad scene. While great finished trees are available, to get the size, shape, color and density of the trees in the area you are modeling you will probably need to create some or possibly all your trees. In this clinic we will cover a number of time tested techniques that produce consistently good trees of various types using modern materials available to most modelers. We will show trees appropriate to eastern and western locals, mountains and valleys, cities and forests. Techniques will be discussed and results exhibited.

WEDNESDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

BASIC SCENERY 6: DETAILS MAKE THE DIFFERENCE

Beginning with typical scenes found on model railroads, Brad and Dave will show you how to greatly enhance these scenes using simple and effective methods of detailing. They will cover rural scenes, farm scenes, residential scenes, down town scenes and industrial scenes. You will probably be amazed at what a difference reasonably simple steps can do to enhance scenes and you will see the differences, side-by-side.

WEDNESDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

BASIC SCENERY 7: MODELING WINTER SCENES

Every year large portions of North America are blanketed with that white fluffy stuff. One of the most dramatic shows on earth has been the mighty struggle of the railroads to conquer the elements of winter. Unfortunately neither this drama nor the wonderfully quaint holiday scenes found on cards find a place on our layouts. In this special scenery application you will learn how to add a variety of winter looks to your model scenes.

WEDNESDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Crammer, Dave

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PROTOTYPE: CAJON AND TEHACHAPI

There are two major easily accessible train watching spots in Southern California. These are Cajon Pass and Tehachapi which includes the loop. The purpose of the clinic is to demonstrate with both aerial and ground level photography how these two complexes work and where you can go to get the best possible pictures. One of the frustrating aspects of the first time railfan in an area as large as these two is where to go. Hopefully this will give enough of an overall view to maximize the experience.

TUESDAY 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM

THURSDAY 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PROTOTYPE: THE TWO PORTS

How does the complex of the Los Angeles and Long Beach Ports work? How does it all fit together? Where can I go to get the best shots and where is the most action (not always the same place). Using aerial as well as ground level photography I hope to give you a better understanding of a confusing area which together make up one of the busiest harbors in the world.

TUESDAY 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM

THURSDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Crowley, Allen

MAKING YOUR OWN CASTINGS

The clinic describes the construction and use of RTV and latex molding material to produce molds of scenic details, car parts and buildings for use on model railroads. The molds can be used to cast the finished parts using a variety of materials including plaster, epoxies, urethanes and low melting temperature metals. The construction of master models and the materials that can be used as well as some of the various types of molding techniques would be covered.

MONDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

WEDNESDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Day, Charles (Bill) - Carla D. Day

BUILD A WAREHOUSE ROLL-UP DOOR

Build the key mechanism for an animated warehouse roll-up door. A Tortoise switch machine will need to be supplied by the modeler after returning home. Materials for the key mechanism will be provided. A $10.00 fee will be charged to cover the cost of materials. Fine scale animation subjects will be covered.

MONDAY 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM

FINE SCALE ANIMATION FOR OPERATION

This power point presentation uses, in part, motion pictures to show the principles of fine scale animation involving on-line structures: coal tipples, water tanks, bascule bridges, water plugs, warehouse roll-up doors, shop exhaust fans, miners' elevators, working dump trucks, blast furnace skip hoists, crossing gate illuminated arms and other structures. One or more animated models will be displayed and operated. This clinic also surveys briefly other authors' animation involving sound, motion, smoke and lighting. The handout includes a DVD with motion picture footage.

THURSDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Deis, Paul

LD SIG TRACK 5b -- DESIGNING A GARDEN RAILROAD, SURVEY TO CONSTRUCTION

Building a Garden Railroad is different then an indoor one. Outdoors you have real topography to work in or through, weather considerations and drainage. We will look at accurate survey of land. Designing the right of way to maintain a designed grade. Working with cuts and fills. Designing for operations and train watching. This is as close as it gets to building a real railroad.

TUESDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

DiPaola, Jim

STEEL TRACK 2 -- MAKING STEEL: THE BASIC OXYGEN FURNACE

This clinic will describe the process of converting iron to steel in a Basic Oxygen Furnace. Examples of current prototype BOF's will be shown as well as Jim's scratch built BOF model on his modern day P&LE layout. Railroad traffic and switch movements for the steel mill on the layout will also be shown.

THURSDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Draper, Barry

ATSF & SP SIGNALLING PRACTICES

A look at the history, type of signals used and common practices followed for installation of signals by the Santa Fe and Southern Pacific railroads. Every railroad in the US had its own twist on signaling busy main lines. The SP and ATSF were two major players in Southern California, and are popular railroads to model. With only a little effort the signals on your layout can correctly model your prototype.

MONDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

WEDNESDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

COMPARISON OF HO DCC SOUND DECODERS

Sound has added a new dimension to model railroading, but which sound decoder is best? I will offer a comparison of the features, size, price, and quality of the popular HO decoders. I will have installed examples and let the decoders "speak for themselves" so you can hear them in action.

MONDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

WEDNESDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Duchamp, David - Bob Jacobsen - Dick Bronson

INTRO TO DECODER PROGRAMMING WITH JMRI/DECODERPRO

DecoderPro is a computer program written by a bunch of model railroaders to makes it easier to get the most out of DCC decoders. This clinic will help you get started with JMRI and Decoder Pro, and show you how to configure the motor, lights and sounds in your decoders. See also the "Advanced DecoderPro" clinic later.

SUNDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

FRIDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

USING THE JMRI/PANELPRO LAYOUT EDITOR

PanelPro is a program for controlling model railroads created by a bunch of hobbyists. The "Layout Editor", new this year, makes it much easier to create control panels, signaling, and other forms of logic. This clinic introduces the Layout Editor and helps you figure out what you can do with it.

MONDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Eaton, Leslie, MMR

MODELING w/ THE MASTERS: NANO-ANIMATION ELECTRONICS WORKSHOP

Learn the basics of circuit construction and add simple and inexpensive animation to your layout. Construct a dual power supply and choose a second circuit to be powered by it: a bright strobe flashing unit, or a motion animation unit, or a crossing flasher with a synchronized bell. Several new circuits will be added to this through MMR's. Attendees should have some experience soldering small parts. Attendees must bring a small soldering iron (max 40 watts) and stand with sponge, small needle-nose pliers, small side cutters, a clamping tweezers (to use as a heat-sink), a small slot-type screwdriver, and an Optivisor/magnifier (if needed). Workshop cost covers all kit materials. Attendance limited to 24.

WEDNESDAY 1:30 PM - 6:30 PM

NANO ANIMATION FOR UNDER $10

Animation for your layout the easy way. Leslie shows off an incredible variety of electronic projects that can be created cheaply from commonly available or obtainable products. A must see clinic!

MONDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

THURSDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

TIPS & TRICKS FOR SCRATCHBUILDING

What's in your toolbox? Leslie covers a wide variety of ideas, techniques and surprising tools to improve your scratchbuilding and kit-bashing skills. Be ready to have fun! Appropriate for modelers of all scales and levels from beginner to MMRs.

MONDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

THURSDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Edwards, Bill

POLYESTER TREES DONE RIGHT

Since writing the original article on the subject (May 1983 RMC), many modelers have left out certain key steps in modeling the canopy of the forest in the correct manner. Additionally, certain new availability of products used has made the entire process less troublesome and more inviting. The writer of the original article will demonstrate how to gain more satisfactory results from this technique as well as how to utilize the new materials to allow for less trouble in manufacture of the trees and better results in the finished product. The making of trees from weeds will also be discussed and demonstrated.

SATURDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

PROPER WEATHERING, SIMULATED DAMAGE AND REPAIRS TO INTERMODAL EQUIPMENT

Bill has been working with Intermodal equipment for the Southern Ry and Norfork Southern since 1970. In that time, Bill has seen a lot of damage and repair of this equipment. Come and see and hear about how to realistically weather your IM equipment as well as how to simulate typical damage and repairs.

THURSDAY 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM

FRIDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Feeney, Kevin

A LOOK AT THE SANTA FE THRU ITS ANNUAL REPORTS: 1946-1967

As a publicly owner railroad, the ARTS issued annual reports to its shareholders. However, these reports contain much more than the company's financial statements. The annual reports told about traffic patterns, operations, additions and changes to locomotives and rolling stock fleets, business and inter-company relations, as well as, information about the railroad industry as a whole.

SUNDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

MONDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Fiscella, John M

HOW TO CLASSIFY & IDENTIFY TRUCKS UNDER PASSENGER SERVICE CARS

A guide for visually classifying and identifying trucks used under passenger service cars: wood-composite, heavyweight, and lightweight. An expanded Universal Truck Code which covers most of those types of trucks will be presented. Identification of trucks will be explained using photographs, models and the Truck Code.

MONDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

FRIDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Fowler, Don - Chuck Hart - Bob Moore - Gary Robinson - Ben Sevier - John

Sigurdson - Kim Fowler

SAN DIEGO DIVISION'S SCENERY EXPRESS

This double length clinic offers "hands on" basic scenery instruction for creating streets, rock castings, trees, ground cover and water. Provided with a one square foot foam block, participants progress from one station to the next until their module is completed. Techniques will be explained, demonstrated, and mentored. Prizes will be awarded for best efforts. A $5.00 materials fee and pre-registration is required (limited to 30 participants.

THURSDAY 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Fowler, Kimberly

THE CHEAPEST TRAIN STORE IN TOWN THAT ISN'T A TRAIN STORE

Tired of high priced specialty train stores? Don’t even have a train store nearby? Well, come to this clinic and learn how to maximize your hobby dollars and flex your creative muscle by shopping smart! We will be discussing alternatives to name brand items, creative uses for generic craft supplies, and sources online, as well as brick and mortar stores, to stretch those precious hobby dollars.

MONDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

MONDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Friedfeld, Sandy

ANIMATION MAKES THE DIFFERENCE

People love animation. It adds dynamics and gives life to an otherwise static landscape. A slider crank, inverted Geneva and wire cam/follower mechanism power the fork lift truck. It picks up a lumber load from a flat car, then lifts, moves, rotates and lowers the load to a flat bed truck, with a single motor.

TUESDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

THURSDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

N RAILROAD EMPIRE IN 23 SQUARE FEET

The Palos Verdes Transfer RR is a compact tri-level layout with a large staging yard. With 8 locomotives, 119 freight and 9 passenger cars, it provides for many hours of varied switching operations. A simple "hi tech" car order system identified each car's destination. It serves 11 industries with simultaneous yard and industry operation.

TUESDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

THURSDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Fugate, Joe

DCC -- THE GOOD, THE BAD AND THE UGLY

Joe Fugate discusses 15 years of learning gained using DCC on his large HO Siskiyou Lines layout. In that time Joe has used three different DCC systems and dealt with many issues in order to make DCC friendly turnouts, power districts, decoders, layout short management, and more.

TUESDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

SATURDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

LD SIG TRACK 4a -- PANEL DISCUSSION

LDSIG -

TUESDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

SISKIYOU LINE POTPOURI

Here are the latest happenings with Joe Fugate's well-known SP Siskiyou Line. Hear about recent operating session highlights, his experience with Lenz, Easy DCC, plus discover many expert hints and tips around owning and operating a larger home layout. This clinic includes video clips, images of newly finished layout scenes, and news of upcoming projects like the planned 4449 excursion down the HO Siskiyou Line, and more!

TUESDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

THURSDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Fuhrman, Jim

TRACKSIDE INDUSTRIES IN ORANGE COUNTY

A survey of main and branch line trackside industries in Orange County with some ideas on selective compression.

MONDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

TUESDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Geiger, Doug, MMR

CTC Demystified 1 – An Introduction to Centralized Traffic Control Machines

Ever wondered about how a CTC machine worked or have wanted to implement a CTC machine for your own layout? From the 1930s through the 1980s, CTC machines were commonly large, relay-driven consoles used to move trains efficiently and safely. Using photos taken from a recently restored 1955 Union Switch & Signal ATSF-style CTC machine, this clinic will help you understand the basics of how those machines functioned. Definitions and photos of actual CTC hardware will illustrate how a typical dispatcher used a CTC machine. Model photos taken on the HO-scale Granite Mountain Railway are used to show how certain signals change when various CTC levers and buttons are operated.

WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

THURSDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

CTC Demystified 2 – Advanced Features and Concepts of Centralized Traffic Control Machines

As a follow-on to part 1, this clinic will explore many of the more advanced concepts of centralized traffic control, including: preconditioning, fleet, and call-on to name just a few. Auxiliary CTC machine equipment, such as the line meter and blocking devices plus others will be discussed and shown. Like part 1, the clinic uses model photos to illustrate prototype concepts and operations of various CTC hardware running a model railroad layout. We will also spend some time learning how relay logic actually worked to control switches and signals on a prototype railroad by using only two wires via codes. If you are thinking to expand your own CTC machine in a prototypical manner or just want to learn more about centralized traffic control machines, then attend this clinic to discover these features.

WEDNESDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

THURSDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Glaab, John

STEEL TRACK 3 - BACKDATING THE WALTHERS BLAST FURNACE

The Walthers Blast Furnace was based on a 1950's design but was selectively compressed. This clinic shows how to build a scale sized furnace of the 1920's era using Walthers components. Techniques are appropriate for HO and N scale.

THURSDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Gough, Ron, MMR

SCRATCHBUILDING 101

Clinic is all about the very, very, very basics of scratch building. Starting from "scratch" the clinic will demonstrate the basic procedures and principles for the purpose of encouraging scratch building and how to get started. The presentation provides a step-by-step process of how to apply the basics including the construction of a simple structure and a box car. The subject matter applies to any building material and to any scale.

MONDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

TUESDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

SCRATCHBUILDING 102 (Recommended prerequisite: Scratchbuilding 101)

The clinic addresses "How To" scratch build prototypical details for structures, rolling stock & the layout. Structures: double & single hung windows, operational doors (in & out,) individual board over-lapping siding & board & batten siding, interior decoration & lighting, window treatment, gutter & down spout, roofing; asphalt shingles, cedar shake shingles, tar paper & tin. Rolling Stock: operational box car doors. Layout: telephone/telegraph poles with wires, wood fence, rock slide barriers & a scratchbuild corn field. The subject matter applies to any building material and to any scale.

MONDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

TUESDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Gurries, Mark

DCC BASICS #1 - BASICS

DCC Basics: This clinic talks about the advantages of DCC over DC in operating and wiring your layout. It also covers the basic components used in DCC systems plus some basic notes on both decoder & layout wiring including mixing DC and DCC. Finally, a discussion about what you should think about in selecting a DCC system plus information showing pictures of various systems being offered. If you know nothing about DCC, this is the clinic to start with.

TUESDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

DCC BASICS #2 - DECODER HARDWARE

DCC Decoder Hardware: This clinic talks about the DCC decoder which is a device that must be installed in every locomotive for the DCC system to work. Part of the installation involves the electrical connections for the track, motor, lights, and in some cases sound. Picking the right decoder can make a big difference in how easy this will be. With so many to choose from, this clinic will help you sort all this out and get you going.

TUESDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

DCC BASICS #3 - DECODER SOFTWARE

DCC Decoder Software: This clinic talks about the DCC decoder which is a device that must be installed in every locomotive for the DCC system to work. With the hardware installation done, now comes the most computer like part of the installation. Programming the decoder. Programming the decoder correctly is critical to its success but it is easier than you think. However since decoders come with so many options to set, this clinic will help you sort all this out and get you going.

TUESDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

DCC BASICS #4 - DCC WIRING

DCC Wiring: This clinic talks about how the DCC system gets connected to you layout. It talks about the different type of wires used on the layout helping you understand what to do to maximize the success and reliability of the system. Both small and large layouts are discussed along with solving some unique wiring problems. No, you do not need to rewire your layout to enjoy DCC, but it helps to understand the big picture and know what to do when there is a problem.

TUESDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Gust, Steve

ADVANCED TRACK WARRANT CONTROL (TWC) OPERATIONS

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Prior experience in TWC or attendance at Steve’s Basic Track Warrant Control clinic highly recommended. In this clinic attendees are expected to participate as train dispatcher and field personnel as Steve presents a series of progressive track warrant challenges. Rules and principles of prototype TWC operations will be explored as participants move as trains across a mock-up TWC territory. Steve is a career train dispatcher for a class 1 prototype railroad. He spent several years as a trainer for new hire dispatchers in Omaha Nebraska. This clinic will be entertaining and fun!

TUESDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

THURSDAY 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM

BASIC TRACK WARRANT CONTROL (TWC) OPERATIONS

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An introduction to the basic principles, procedures, and rule applications to TWC and how they might be applied in the model railroad realm. Unless you have prior operating experience with TWC, this clinic is highly recommended to prepare you for Steve’s Advanced TWC Clinic. In addition to the applicable operating rules and safety considerations, we will discuss the track warrant forms and modifications to make a track warrant system work on a model railroad. Several track warrant scenarios will be explored.

TUESDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

WEDNESDAY 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Hale, Fran & Miles, MMR

CITIES, VILLAGES & TOWNS with DPM

Virtually every layout includes villages, towns, or cities and they all need buildings. DPM has the full city system you need to build whatever structure you want. Learn easy techniques and tips for building the size, shape and style of buildings your city needs with DPM kits and modular systems. This is a commercial clinic.

MONDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

WEDNESDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

FOAM SUBTERRAIN . . . THE WOODLAND SCENICS WAY

The newest method for building your layout or module is with high-density foam. Woodland Scenics has it all in the Sub Terrain system and this clinic will show you how to use it. Learn how to create a fast and easy layout using no woodworking skills or tools and very little mess. This is a commercial clinic.

MONDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

WEDNESDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

REALISTIC TERRAIN AND LANDSCAPE MODELING W/ FRAN & MILES HALE

This seminar is a live demonstration from the terrain up to show you how easy it is to model ground cover, bushes, grasses, weeds, and trees for your next model project. See how simple it is to blend and layer both texture and color for ultimate realism. Landscaping is easy and almost magic when done with these methods. Come let Fran and Miles make you magicians. This is a commercial clinic.

MONDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

WEDNESDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Hamm, Bob, MMR

JUDGING THE MODEL CONTEST

National Contest Chair Hamm and Chief Judge Allen Gross take the audience through a basic description of the model contest judging including the reasons for wanting to judge, what the contest is and isn’t, and how and when the judging is done. They go on to describe the details of team judging including the roles of the team leader and members, how the scores are decided; the five judging factors, the two aspects of matrix judging, the point scoring system and use of the AP Judging Guidelines and the model description form. Each of the factors (construction, conformity, detail, appearance and scratch-built) is then individually addressed noting the individual matrices, point allocation, and critical aspects that are judged with numerous examples for each factor. The clinic team then goes on to tackle some of the knottier issues of the contest including the interplay between size and complexity, scratch-built vs. kit-bash vs. kit-built, free lance vs. prototype and more vs. less documentation. This clinic provides (required) orientation for new contest judges and a refresher for old hands. We intend the clinic to be interactive and after the presentation (time permitting) we’d be happy to discuss any contest issues anyone would like to bring up.

TUESDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

THOSE PESKY MODEL CONTEST FORMS or FILLING OUT THE FORMS TO FINISH FIRST

National Contest Chair Hamm and Chief Judge Allen Gross go over the oft maligned contest forms covering such questions as: Why do we need them in the first place? Where can I get them? Can I use my own description? They go on to describe the basics of the contest including model category, the five judging factors, matrix scoring and some general tips for describing your model. Each of the factors (construction, conformity, detail, appearance and scratch-built) is then individually addressed noting the point allocation, the critical aspects that are judged, the important things you should note on the forms and finally some tips on best strategies for optimizing both the forms and your model to maximize your score and chance of winning. The clinic is intended for new entrants or old hands who just want to improve their chances of winning. We intend the clinic to be interactive and will be glad to provide individual assistance at the conclusion of the presentation.

MONDAY 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Harris, Peter

BUILDING N SCALE INTERMODAL KITS

Build an N Scale Intermodal articulated car using an N Scale Kits car. Take away your car for free, or buy the rest of the articulated container or trailer on flat car set for a small fee. No skill needed -- just an enthusiasm for trying to build a freight car kit. Tools and CA glue will be supplied. Attendance limited to the first 15 to register. Tickets will be available on-site at convention Registration on a first come, first served basis. This is a commercial clinic.

THURSDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

THURSDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Hauver, David

SCENERY DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION TIPS

This clinic explores the techniques for designing scenery to achieve maximum visual impact, unique scenery materials, and a discussion of the appropriate "scale" for scenery. Topics include: 1. How to make a layout appear larger than it really is, 2. Scenery and scene planning and orientation, 3. Creating scene "dividers", 4. Building "modular" (not layout modules), 5. Scenery materials, 6. The "scale" for scenery (And yes Martha, there is a "scale" for scenery). Also included are photographic examples to demonstrate the various techniques presented.

SUNDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

FRIDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

WEATHERING WITH CHALKS

This clinic discusses and demonstrates the techniques for weathering engines, rolling stock, buildings, and any article subjected to the ravages of nature and man using chalks as the weathering medium. The clinic includes a discussion of materials, chalk and article preparation, and an actual demonstration of the techniques for the application of the chalks. In addition, the clinic includes techniques for weathering trucks and couplers and other techniques such as dry brushing and stressing. Photographic examples of weathering are also shown. The clinic concludes with a discussion of the appropriate "scale" for weathering.

MONDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

TUESDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Heimberger, Carl

THE HIDDEN TREASURE -- ECONOMICAL BUILDING KITS

This clinic will explore basic techniques used in transforming an ordinary economical plastic building kit into a showpiece for your layout. The focus will be on detecting basic building flaws within the kit and how to correct them; adding details that are consistent with typical construction standards, simple scratch built detailing that will transform the kit into that one of a kind building, painting and weathering techniques, and staging the scene to bring the structure to life.

WEDNESDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

SATURDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Henderson, Byron

CREATING AN OPERATING SESSION

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A discussion of all the elements needed to begin or expand an operating session: train movement and control, car routing, human factors, and ideas for increasing challenge and complexity. Learn how the concepts of Personality, Interaction, and Balance combine to create an engaging op session for any size layout and crew with practical "lessons learned" from actual op sessions on several layouts.

TUESDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

THURSDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

LAYOUT DESIGN FROM THE PROTOTYPE

Join a custom layout designer for a discussion of the process of distilling prototype scenes into plausible layouts that look great and operate well. Taking examples from several different prototypes, we'll show how the essence of real-life scenes can be captured in reasonably-sized layout spaces. Learn to overcome common pitfalls for a better overall layout without losing the prototype personality. Note: Same clinic as OPSIG 2a.

THURSDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

LD SIG TRACK 1a -- LAYOUT DESIGN FROM THE PROTOTYPE

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TUESDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Hepperle, Charles

PHOTOGRAPH YOUR MODEL RAILROAD

Learn how to meet the challenges of model photography. Topics covered will include photo equipment, lighting, perspective and tricks to make model photos look more like prototype photos. Digital and film photography will be discussed.

TUESDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

THURSDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Hobbs, Paul

STREAMLINED PASSENGER TRAINS IN CALIFORNIA

Beginning in 1936 California was witness to an interesting variety of streamlined passenger trains, some of the finest in the land. We will discuss the routes and unique features of the trains operated by several well-known railroads serving the Golden State, through to the introduction of Amtrak in 1971.

SUNDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

MONDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Hunnell, Bryan

HOT BOX DETECTORS WITH SOUND

The Hot Box Detector is use by real railroads since the 70’s to find over heated axles before the point of destruction & a caused derailment. Since the HBD learned to "talk" the modeler has liked their addition to the layout room, giving train speed, or adding to operational interest "stop your train". The clinic will cover circuit schematic; demonstrate a unit reading train speed, counting of axles, etc. Also where all informational material is available, and clinic sources.

SUNDAY 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM

MONDAY 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM

WORKING MULTI-BLADE, 3 POSITION SEMAPHORE SIGNAL

A new low cost animation of 2-bladed & 3-position semaphores. Using circuit board to drive blades with airplane servo. The surgical needle tubing guides a push rod up mast to blade(s). The tubing prevents the push rod(s) from jamming up with electrical wires in same mast tube. Only aspect color indications such as green, or amber, or red, to make the semaphore run & illuminate properly. The super bright LED’s in lamp head can be seen from across the room.

SUNDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

MONDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Ireland, Jarrette

BIG SOUND FROM ALL AROUND

This clinic will help the attendees to get the most out of the SurroundTraxx DCC layout sound system, including an introduction on SurroundTraxx, tips for planning and integrating SurroundTraxx into your layout, and demonstrations o fit's capabilities.

THURSDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

FRIDAY 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Ireland, Zana - A.J. Ireland

DIGITRAX USER FORUM

Join Zana & AJ Ireland for the annual Digitrax User Forum. What's new at Digitrax. We'll stay until the last question is answered. This is a commercial clinic.

THURSDAY 8:30 PM - 11:00 PM

Jacobsen, Bob - Dick Bronson - Dave Duchamp

ADVANCED DECODER PROGRAMMING WITH JMRI/DECODER PRO

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DecoderPro helps you get the most out of your advanced DCC decoders. In this clinic, we'll discuss using DecoderPro to configure advanced sound decoders, create new sound files for Digitrax decoders, build and maintain your consists, and other things. This is a follow-on to the "Intro to DecoderPro" clinic held earlier.

MONDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

JMRI USER GROUP MEETING - WHAT'S NEW IN JMRI?

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JMRI, including DecoderPro and PanelPro, is a bunch of model railroaders having a great time creating software for model railroaders. Come to this clinic to hear what's happening, suggest new things, and talk about how JMRI should work. This is also our yearly get-together of the JMRI community where we meet face-to-face, so please join us.

WEDNESDAY 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Jones, Radford

PRESIDENTIAL TRAVEL BY TRAIN

A historical look at Presidential use of trains including security and operating aspects. Rad Jones is a former Secret Service agent and modeler with numerous photographs on the history of Presidential travel by train, security considerations and how you may incorporate some of these issues into an operating session. Photographs of model layouts/operating sessions to depict how this might enhance operation will also be used. This is a timely subject as this is a Presidential campaign year.

MONDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

TUESDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Kamikubo, Dan

WEATHERING FREIGHT CARS -- FROM THE TOP DOWN

In this session, we hope to give a comprehensive answer to the question: How did that car get so dirty? Utilizing photos from the prototype, we'll explore the cause and effect of weather - wet and dry, environmental conditions, and man made effects upon rolling stock. Also utilizing various techniques, we'll explore how to replicate these effects on our models using chalks, dry brush

WEDNESDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Kaufman, Bill

OPERATIONS FOR BEGINNERS

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This clinic poses four basic questions which both models and full size railroads have to answer: Which cars go where? How do you get them there? How do you keep from running into each other? How do you make money at it? The clinic hopes to give you a fundamental understanding so that you can operate successfully on any railroad.

MONDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

THURSDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

THE STATE BELT RAILROAD OF CALIFORNIA

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The State Belt Railroad ran along the Embarcadero of San Francisco. How to develop a Chuck Hitchcock influenced terminal switching line by looking at its history.

MONDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

THURSDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Kirchner, John A

MODELING MEXICO IN THE STEAM TO DIESEL TRANSITION

A look at prototype Mexican railroading in the 1940-1970 period, including locomotives, and freight and passenger cars, with examples of HO equipment modified and painted to represent the real thing. Will have on display more than 50 models, including full consist Mexican passenger and freight trains of the era.

FRIDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

SATURDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Knapp, Bruce

BRASS TIPS FOR OLDER IMPORTS

A brief overview of upgrades to make older brass imports run more reliably. The clinic will cover can motors, gear boxes, suspension, electrical pickup and adding DCC. The clinic is based on many years as a repair technician for a local hobby shop.

WEDNESDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

FRIDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Koester, Tony

FALLEN FLAG RAISED: NKP's St. LOUIS LINE OPERATIONAL

MRP editor and MR Trains of Thought columnist Tony Koester will discuss lessons learned since his new HO railroad, which depicts the Nickel Plate Road's St. Louis Div., has become fully operational. He'll focus on how the railroad's original multi-deck plan has worked out in terms of layout height, lighting, timetable and train-order operation, steam performance, grades and minimum radius, clock ratios, commercial vs. handlaid track, crew requirements and training, and so on.

MONDAY 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM

THURSDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Kolm, Rich

TRACKWORK -- DOING IT RIGHT

This review of trackwork design and construction should give you some useful ideas and insights, whether you are new to model railroading or an old timer. It covers the things that are important for reliable, trouble-free operation of trains while creating a more-realistic appearance. Dimensions are given for HO scale, but the information applies to the other scales as well.

TUESDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

THURSDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Kooning, Clark, MMR

MODELING w/ THE MASTERS: BUILDING A TURNOUT USING A COMMERCIAL FIXTURE

Get your seat for one of the most exciting NMRA programs. "Modeling with the Masters"! Join a team of Master Model Railroaders as they personally help you build a model. These hands-on sessions will run during the convention Monday through Thursday. Each session can be up to 5 hours and will begin with a workshop on the project followed by a hands-on session during which you will build a model aided by a team of Master Model Railroaders who will assist you, answer your questions and share their modeling expertise, skills and techniques. When the session is finished you will be able to take your project home. This clinic involves building a turnout from scratch using a commercial fixture from Fastracks. Attendance is limited to 28. Cost is $30 for N, HO, HOn3, Sn3 and S.

WEDNESDAY 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM

MODELING w/ THE MASTERS: BUILDING A BOARD-ON-BOARD WOOD STRUCTURE KIT

Get your seat for one of the most exciting NMRA programs. "Modeling with the Masters"! Join a team of Master Model Railroaders as they personally help you build a model. These hands-on sessions will run during the convention Monday through Thursday. Each session is 5 hours and will begin with a workshop on the project followed by a hands-on session during which you will build a model aided by a team of Master Model Railroaders who will assist you, answer your questions and share their modeling expertise, skills and techniques. When the session is finished you will be able to take your project home. This clinic involves building a board-on-board structure kit. Attendance is limited to 28. Cost is $48 for N & HO and $53 for S & O scales.

TUESDAY 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM

MODELING w/ THE MASTERS: BUILDING A DPM BUILDING WITH DETAILS AND SIGNS

Get your seat for one of the most exciting NMRA programs. "Modeling with the Masters"! Join a team of Master Model Railroaders as they personally help you build a model. These hands-on sessions will run during the convention Monday through Thursday. Each session is 5 hours and will begin with a workshop on the project followed by a hands-on session during which you will build a model aided by a team of Master Model Railroaders who will assist you, answer your questions and share their modeling expertise, skills and techniques. When the session is finished you will be able to take your project home. This clinic involves building a Design Preservation Models (DPM) building including details and signs. Attendance is limited to 28. Cost is $48 for N & HO.

TUESDAY 1:30 PM - 6:30 PM

MODELING w/ THE MASTERS: BUILDING A LASER STRUCTURE KIT

Get your seat for one of the most exciting NMRA programs. "Modeling with the Masters"! Join a team of Master Model Railroaders as they personally help you build a model. These hands-on sessions will run during the convention Monday through Thursday. Each session is 5 hours and will begin with a workshop on the project followed by a hands-on session during which you will build a model aided by a team of Master Model Railroaders who will assist you, answer your questions and share their modeling expertise, skills and techniques. When the session is finished you will be able to take your project home. This clinic involves building a Laser Structure kit. Attendance is limited to 28. Cost is $48 for N & HO and $53 for S & O scales.

SUNDAY 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM

MODELING w/ THE MASTERS: BUILDING A WHITE METAL VEHICLE KIT

Get your seat for one of the most exciting NMRA programs. "Modeling with the Masters"! Join a team of Master Model Railroaders as they personally help you build a model. These hands-on sessions will run during the convention Monday through Thursday. Each session is 5 hours and will begin with a workshop on the project followed by a hands-on session during which you will build a model aided by a team of Master Model Railroaders who will assist you, answer your questions and share their modeling expertise, skills and techniques. When the session is finished you will be able to take your project home. This clinic involves building a white metal vehicle. Attendance is limited to 28. Cost is $48 for N & HO.

MONDAY 1:30 PM - 6:30 PM

MODELING w/ THE MASTERS: SCRATCH-BUILDING A STYRENE STRUCTURE

Get your seat for one of the most exciting NMRA programs. "Modeling with the Masters"! Join a team of Master Model Railroaders as they personally help you build a model. These hands-on sessions will run during the convention Monday through Thursday. Each session is 5 hours and will begin with a workshop on the project followed by a hands-on session during which you will build a model aided by a team of Master Model Railroaders who will assist you, answer your questions and share their modeling expertise, skills and techniques. When the session is finished you will be able to take your project home. This clinic involves scratch building a structure in styrene. Attendance is limited to 28. Cost is $48 for N & HO and $53 for S & O scales.

MONDAY 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Lamb, Sean

SHOOTING TRAINS

Tips and tricks for effective and creative photography of both prototype and model railroads using the gear you already have.

WEDNESDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

THURSDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

WHAT'S NEW AT WIKIPROJECT TRAINS ON WIKIPEDIA?

Slambo, a Wikipedia content administrator, will review the progress made with publishing rail-related material on Wikipedia. The clinic will include a brief discussion on other reference materials, will describe the goals of WikiProject Trains, and review the state of rail content and what you can do to help.

MONDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

TUESDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Lancaster, James (Jim)

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PACKING HOUSES

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The shipping of citrus, other fruit, and fresh vegetables was at one time a major source of revenue for California's railroads. Packing houses played a major role in this business. This was where the fruit or produce was cleaned, graded, packed in shipping cartons, and loaded into refrigerator cars. The presentation is primary a photo tour of packing houses in Southern California. Both prototype and model packing houses are included with an emphasis on the citrus industry.

MONDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

FRIDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Lee, John, MMR

EVERYTHING YOU WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT MODELFLEX PAINTS BUT DIDN'T ASK

This clinic gives people the opportunity to ask questions about the do's and don'ts of Modelflex paints and acrylic paints in general. This is a commercial clinic.

WEDNESDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

PAINTING & LETTERING ROLLING STOCK SUPER CLINIC

A decal and airbrushing clinic in conjunction with Badger Air Brush's John Lee and Microscale's Steve Dunham on painting and lettering HO scale freight cars. This is a commercial clinic.

WEDNESDAY 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Lenz, Bernd - Deborah Ames

LENZ USER'S FORUM

We invite our Lenz users to explore our products. Learn about our newer DCC technologies that further enhance DCC operation. Special emphasis will be given to user's questions and ideas about new products. This is a commercial clinic.

WEDNESDAY 8:30 PM - 11:00 PM

Marshall, John

CASTING WITH SILICONE MOLDS

Modeling always has its special "things". Details for buildings vehicles figures -- you name it. If you like your models and model scenes to look real you run into this problem all the time, silicone RTV molding may be just what you are looking for to solve it. Don't make 20-50-100 of something, CAST IT!

MONDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

WEDNESDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

CONTINUITY

Ever visit a layout and come away with something not feeling right about what you just saw? Maybe that layout is suffering a continuity flop? How do you avoid that? This clinic will help you to spot those continuity failures.

SUNDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

CREATING A HISTORY FOR YOUR RAILROAD

Every real railroad has a history. Every model railroad should have one too. Not just a start date, but a full blown history incorporating facts about the towns served, industrial growth, changes in ownership, etc.

SUNDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

TUESDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

ESTATE PLANNING FOR MODEL

Admit it, you're a hobbyhoulic! You never met a hobby shop you couldn't stop at. Your EBay bill is in 5 figures every month. Someday you won't be there to play with all that stuff. What happens then? Spouses are welcome to attend.

MONDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

TUESDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Matsumoto, Kenichi - John Glaab

HISTORY OF JAPANESE BRASS MODELS

Matsumoto-san grew up with the early Japanese brass builders and knew them on a first name basis. He is one of the world's premier brass experts. This clinic will provide examples of very early brass models produced for American GI’s, and a history of the early export market.

THURSDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

FRIDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Maxwell, Burton - Patricia Maxwell

SCENERY SECRETS

Here's a fun and practical clinic given by two masters of making a layout look real. Burton and Patricia will show you how to turn "blah" scenery into "wow" scenery by using a few simple principles, lots of easy techniques and ordinary materials.

WEDNESDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

THURSDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Mayer, Gene

INDUSTRIES, STRUCTURES & SCENES

Gene has been taking photos of prototype and model structures and geographic scenes he would like to model for the past 50 years. His presentation will include many of these photos and suggested kits to replicate the prototype facilities.

MONDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

SATURDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

McCalla, Mac

WEATHERING WITH AN AIRBRUSH

This is an air brush weathering clinic by the renowned large scale modeler Mac McCalla. Mac will show you how to make new models look old by using just his air brush and several different colors of paint. This is a "must see" clinic, so don't miss it.

WEDNESDAY 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

THURSDAY 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

McGee, Otis - Jim Providenza - Bob Jacobsen

LD SIG TRACK 3a -- THE JOHN ARMSTRONG DESIGNED "SP SHASTA ROUTE"

OPSig CLINC - LDSIG -

In September 2002, construction began on the last large HO scale layout designed by the renowned layout designer, the late John Armstrong. This clinic will focus on construction progress to date, including progress photographs of focal points and construction techniques; deviations (and the reasons for them) from the Armstrong design; the integration of the signaling system and CTC machine with the Bruce Chubb C/MRi hardware and the Java based JMRi program; and the maturity of Operating Sessions on the railroad.

TUESDAY 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Meetz, Richard

AGING EYES: DOING THOSE THINGS NEAR AND DEAR TO YOU

Richard will discuss the effects that aging has on your eyesight and suggest ways to make things better, be it for reading, computer use or modeling.

MONDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

EYESIGHT, AGING AND THE MODELER

The ability to do prolonged detail work at near distances changes with age. Mature modelers must also change how they model either by changing scales or by the use of vision-aids and lighting. This clinic will explain what difficulties these age-related changes present to the modeler. Discussed in detail will be methods of compensating for these changes so that modeling activities need not be curtailed or abandoned as the modeler ages. With these methods, the modeler can pursue detailed modeling, even in the smaller scales, for hours at a time without eyestrain or discomfort.

SUNDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

FRIDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Metal, David

HOW I BUILT MY RAILROAD SIGNALS

This clinic will show how I build the three light signals that I needed for my HO railroad. Provides all the information needed to construct the signal assy. Shows the material and tools used and provides detailed construction steps from start to finish. Includes a handout.

MONDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

HOW I SIGNALED MY MODEL RAILROAD

Planning choices for signaling a model railroad. A guide to what you will need to do and plan for as you build your railroad for signaling.

MONDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Mitchell, Bob

CREATING THE PERFECT PINE

Join Bob as he takes you on a journey from concept to manufacture of the "Perfect Pine". Bob is the owner of Perfect Pines and this clinic will first look at what went into the development and execution of the product including the specialized tools used to make these innovative trees. Bob will review special uses for the trees including hiding backdrop shadows, disguising outside corners and blending in mirror edges. This clinic is also "hands on" and all attendees will leave with their own finished tree ready to place on the layout.

MONDAY 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM

HANDLAYING TRACK MADE EASY

Always thought hand laying track was too much work -- well think again. This method uses real wooden ties and is done without the use of Spikes, Track Templates, or Gauges. This method also makes building a wood trestle in place much easier. Bring your rail cutter if possible so you can participate w/o waiting for the community one.

MONDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

TUESDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

SCENERY AND ROCKS w/o THE USE OF MOLDS, PLASTER OR PAINT

Any shape of rock can be built with this method including: Boulders, Excavation Cuts, Spires, Arches, Schist, Realistic Stream Beds, and everyday Rock Faces. The same method of coloring these rocks can also add life and depth to flat scenery and ballasted track. All tools and materials will be provided. THIS IS A HANDS-ON CLINIC.

SUNDAY 8:30 PM - 11:00 PM

Morden, Bruce

LD SIG TRACK 4b - SOUTHERN PACIFIC SANTA BARBARA SUBDIVISION

LDSIG -

Research techniques and design considerations leading to a very long gestation period for a layout based on the Southern Pacific Coast Line between Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo suggested I call this clinic "How Not to Build a Model Railroad." We will discuss all the diversions as well as some suggestions on how not to take as long to get started. There will be some discussion regarding research tools and resources. There will also be some "Thin Wall" construction techniques discussed.

TUESDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

SOUTHERN PACIFIC SANTA BARBARA SUBDIVISION

FRIDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Nauman, Charles

DIGITAL MODEL PHOTOGRAPHY

The digital sensor has replaced film, but many aspects of model photography have not changed: familiarity with camera and lenses, lighting, composition, exposure, focus, depth of field, as well as model and scenery detail. These will considered as they apply to digital model photography, as will the application of modern techniques to produce better model photographs.

MONDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

WEDNESDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Naumann, Walter - Bob Jacobsen - Bob Ashenfelter - Larry Wade

m-RPS RAILROAD POSITION SYSTEM

Determine position of a locomotive or caboose to within a half inch anywhere on the layout. This system allows precise display of the position of all trains. Traffic separation, position in hidden yards, and precise signaling are all enabled without blocks or other wiring. RPS simulates modern prototypical GPS operations for a remote dispatcher. Many other applications have been proposed. User interface support in JMRI. This is a commercial clinic.

MONDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

FRIDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Neumann, Seth

LD SIG TRACK 2a -- COMMUNICATIONS FOR MODEL RAILROADS

OPSig CLINC - LDSIG -

This clinic will cover: (1) the history of prototype RR communications, (2) what’s correct for what era and style (TT&TO, DTC/TWC, CTC) of operations, (3) What parts and jobs do you want to model, (4) How to do it (lots of pictures and examples), and (5) Case studies (actual layout phone systems, unique prototype issues, space issues, etc.)

TUESDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Newmiller, Rich, MMR

STYRENE SCRATCHBUILDING -- PROTOTYPE FREIGHT CARS

This clinic provides an overview of all the steps required to construct four types of basic freight cars for the first time scratchbuilder as well as construction and super detailing techniques for the advanced modeler. Not many people can read and interpret construction drawings and specifications. An alternate approach for the novice would be to reverse-engineer a resin kit to see the individual construction components, measure them, and create your own assembly sketches and materials list. The author used this approach to earn his AP Master Builder -- Cars certificate.

WEDNESDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

FRIDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Petrarca, Bruce

DCC IN THE GARDEN

Look at what is now growing in the garden! Folks are now raising their garden railroads to the standards of sound and control now common indoors thanks to recent DCC developments, including wireless and battery operation. Bruce will lead you through the recently released products to make garden railroading exciting and more realistic! Bruce Petrarca has been soldering since he was 7 and has been a licensed ham radio operator since 12. He has bachelors and masters degrees in Electronic Engineering and extensive experience in electronics manufacturing. In 2001, he started Litchfield Station, a major supplier of DCC equipment and accessories worldwide, propelled by his electronics experience.

MONDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

THURSDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

HOW DO I GET THE SOUND OUT?

Efficient acoustic design is the key to good sounding installations. Bruce will show you how to get the sound out of your models, using HO Scale as a starting point. Practical demonstrations and lots of color pictures accompany this enlightening prese3ntation. Bruce Petrarca has been soldering since he was 7 and has been a licensed ham radio operator since 12. He has bachelors and masters degrees in Electronic Engineering and extensive experience in electronics manufacturing. In 2001, he started Litchfield Station, a major supplier of DCC equipment and accessories worldwide, propelled by his electronics experience.

MONDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

THURSDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Petrarca, Linda

CLOUDS, SKY AND TREES

A discussion and demo of methods to bring life to your backdrop with easy techniques developed by a professional muralist. There will be two editions of a hands-on workshop to practice these techniques on Saturday afternoon. Attendance at this lecture session required to participate in the workshop. NOTE: Attendance at this lecture session required to participate in the Make and Take Clinic entitled: "SPONGE PAINTING - A FAST AND FUN TECHNIQUE FOR CREATING BACKDROPS"

TUESDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

THURSDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

SPONGE PAINTING - A FAST AND FUN TECHNIQUE FOR CREATING BACKDROPS

In this fast paced workshop you will learn how to use ordinary household sponges, and some specialty sponges to create a quick and effective backdrop. You need no experience; in fact a novice is the perfect student for this innovative mix of textural and traditional painting techniques. Expect to be surprised at what you can do with an old tool used creatively. Students will receive a set of specialty sponges, a sea sponge, a stencil brush, a fan brush and a three-brush set with liner, large and small flat brushes. Using these tools, the student will practice on provided surfaces, and take home a sample backdrop. They will also receive a detailed handout and suggestions for application to their own layout. Class size will be limited to 15 and this clinic will only be offered once for this convention. The fee is $25 for this clinic. NOTE: Participants in this clinic MUST attend the informational clinic entitled: "CLOUDS, SKY AND TREES" in order to be up to speed on the techniques that will be applied in this clinic.

THURSDAY 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Providenza, Jim

AGENT - OPERATOR

OPSig CLINC -

This clinic takes an in depth look at a relatively new operating position -- that of Station Agent -- Train Order Operator. This was a key operating position on the prototype from the 1850's to the 1920's and one we should use on any TT&TO railroad. Join Jim as he looks at this and similar jobs and how to fit them into an operating session.

MONDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

FRIDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Reid, Robert

LD SIG TRACK 3b -- LAYOUT DESIGNS FOR A SMALL ROOM

LDSIG -Essential elements for small railroads, how to maximize mainline length, how to allow for desired radii and aisle width in your space. Some thoughts on using the entire room as a helix. A brief look at the Allegheny & Shenandoah.

TUESDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Reid, Walter

RAILFANNING THE DOLLY VARDEN MINE RAILWAY -- LAST NG RY BUILT IN CANADA

The Dolly Varden Mine Railway was a 3ft. narrow gauge railway built in the rough mountainous country of Northern British Columbia. The railway extended from a wharf outside the town of Alice Arm to the Dolly Varden silver mine located 18 miles north. The railway followed the windy path of the Kitsault River valley. The railway was built between 1917-1920 and was only operational from 1919-1921.

The Dolly Varden silver mine was the prize the railway was built to retrieve. Having deposits of silver ore as rich as 2200 ounces of silver per ton, this deposit of silver, as well as other mines in the area, may be the largest source of silver in North America. There is an estimated 20 million ounces of silver waiting to be freed.

The sheer ruggedness of the railway allows it to appeal to many modelers. The railway wandered through the dense hemlock and spruce forests, clawing to the sides of canyons, sharing the path in stretches with the Kitsault River and finally, grinding upgrade to its final terminus at Camp 8. Even the structures show the skill of pioneers at using what is available on site. The ore tipple at Camp 8 is mostly made of logs. The mining company’s office uses a tree trunk to hold one corner of the building. Even the turnouts are built using standard ties lengths interlaced between each other to provide the width for a turnout. The photos also show the amount of junk left wherever some space was available.

The Dolly Varden is a prototype railway that can be modeled near completely in a limited space with a limited amount of rolling stock (58 cars at its peak in 1920) and 5 locomotives. Because I model in On30, some of the models are already available; 30 ton Climax, little 0-4-0T Porters and Roger dump cars. The detailed photographs and blueprints allow for detailed scratchbuilt structures.

So sit back as we taking you back to 1920’s to railfan the Dolly Varden Mine railway.

The Dolly Varden Mine Railway was brought back to life by the author Darryl Muralt in the book "Steel Rails and Silver Dreams", recently re-released by Benchmark Publishing. This clinic will take you even deeper into the history of the Dolly Varden, showing many pictures that have been only recently found, including construction photos of the railway. Also, blueprints, including maps and plans of the railway will be displayed.

WEDNESDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

THURSDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Roberts, Dick

MODELING THE BEAR RIVER STEEL BRIDGE (Nevada County NG)

This clinic discusses the construction of the model Bear River Bridge using commercial components, kit-bashing and scratch-building. Shows modeling methods and use of prototype information to replicate the prototype structure.

WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

THURSDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

TRAIN ELEVATORS

LDSIG -

This clinic discusses using an elevator to connect layout levels. The clinic includes design and construction considerations and applications for mainline and staging.

WEDNESDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

THURSDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Saxton, Gary

STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING & BENCHWORK DESIGN

Why does a light hollow core door have about the same stiffness as a similar sized piece of 3/4 inch plywood? How can I build lightweight modules? How can I build ultra thin decks in a multi-deck design? Learn some principles that may change the way you build some of your benchwork.

MONDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

TUESDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Schaumburg, Bill

PENNSYLVANIA SLATE

This presentation looks at the slate industry in Pennsylvania and covers quarrying, milling, and the railroad connection. A hands-on opportunity will be provided for the audience to try their hands at being "slaters” and split their own trivets from Genuine Albion Run slate.

TUESDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Schlotfeldt, Ken

CHOOSING, USING, MAINTAINING AND TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR AIRBRUSH EQUIPMENT

Ken Schlotfeldt is the owner of Badger Airbrush will show you how to choose the airbrush that is best for you and how to use and maintain your airbrush for maximum potential. He will show you how to troubleshoot your airbrush and the equipment that goes along with it.

WEDNESDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

THURSDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

FUN, FOOLPROOF PAINTING WITH WATER BASE ACRYLIC PAINTS

Ken Schlotfeldt from Badger Airbrush will show you how to select and apply the latest in acrylics and get more enjoyment from your airbrush.

WEDNESDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

THURSDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Selby, Rick

MICROSOFT TRAIN SIMULATOR 2.0 --

Join Rick Selby, Lead Game Designer, for a preview of the upcoming Microsoft Train Simulator 2.0. Rick will discuss the planned features of this new version of Train Simulator, the routes and content being created, and he will provide a demonstration of the product in the current state of development. This is a commercial clinic.

WEDNESDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

THURSDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Sexsmith, Cal

LD SIG TRACK 1b -- TRACK & SCENERY DESIGN FOR A PRAIRIE TOWN

LDSIG -

This clinic is a sequel to my 2004 Clinic in Seattle. The goal of the clinic will be to show how to translate prototype locations into a semi-freelanced layout design. The clinic will begin with a review of the standard design practices used by the CPR and CNR for designing track layouts and other features for towns on the Canadian Prairies. The main body of the clinic will concentrate on how I used these practices to design towns for my own layout. The conclusion of the clinic will include some photographs of progress to date and notes on operation.

TUESDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

TRACK & SCENERY DESIGN FOR A PRAIRIE TOWN

FRIDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Smith, Lindsay

IT'S REALLY NOT READY TO RUN!

Lindsay Smith has been building and running HO trains for about 50 years. His ideas on the care and feeding of rolling stock are not scale dependent. How did we get here? We’ll look at the hobby and the rolling stock that preceded the modern models. Some of the old processes and inspection routines are applicable to the "Ready to Run" cars and locomotives and should be performed to keep the wheels turning. The new models are better in many respects than the older models. The computer-controlled machines can manufacture items that are better than a human artisan can build. For example, your wristwatch is not repairable except to change batteries and only a few people take the time to do that. However, the market competition may have caused the model manufacturers to make some choices that result in poorly performing models. Fortunately, you can make the models run better. Some of the things you can do involve weight, couplers, and trucks/wheels. He admits DCC is part of the modern scene but expects other clinics will address the DCC electrical systems. He wants to keep the train operational after the locomotive gets it moving.

WEDNESDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

SATURDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Sperandeo, Andy

UNDERSTANDING STEAM LOCOMOTIVE DETAILS

An expanded version of Andy's March 2007 Model Railroader article, "Understanding steam details," this illustrated talk will explain steam locomotive appliances and piping in terms of six systems common to all locomotives: water supply, fuel supply, steam distribution, sand for traction, air brakes, and electric lighting.

MONDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

TUESDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Spurlock, Loy

DECODER WIRING

Testing, testing, wiring and more testing.

TUESDAY 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

HOW DCC WORKS -

This clinic will be a discussion of the features and what to expect.

MONDAY 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

LAYOUT WIRING

Track, Reverse sections, turnouts, block detection and more.

WEDNESDAY 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM

TROUBLESHOOTING DCC

Dozens of components have to work together. When things don't work, how do you find the one that's not working right?

THURSDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Stangler, Michael

TWO DIMENSIONAL ILLUSIONS

Backdrop painting simplified! I will show you how to paint backdrops using a three step procedure whereby anyone can create a backdrop that would complement any layout.

SUNDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

WEDNESDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Stewart, Don

CUMBRES & TOLTEC SCENIC RR - A RR IN A TIME CAPSULE

The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Narrow Gauge Railroad is a 64 mile portion of the former Denver & Rio Grande Western Railroad through some of the most scenic land in the Southwest. It climbs from Chama, NM to Cumbres Pass (10,015 feet above sea level) and then through a canyon to Antonito, CO. This line is preserved today as it was in the 1930s and 1940s. Visitors can walk through the Chama and Antonito yards admiring the extensive collection of narrow gauge rolling stock and steam locomotives preserved as they were over 60 years ago. A group, The Friends of the C&TS, was formed in the early 1970s to preserve the line, its structures and its equipment. Several eras are represented in the structures and equipment. These include the early 1900s through the late 20s, the Depression era, the 1940s, and the 50s boom that kept the narrow gauge alive until 1968. Described and shown in the clinic is the equipment, the preservation that has taken place on the line and the current preservation efforts.

SUNDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

TUESDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

MAKING PLASTIC LOOK LIKE WOOD

Flat car decks, wooden gondola interiors, old houses, fences. These wooden structures are easy to construct from plastic and many plastic kits are available. How can we simulate the wood look to these items? This clinic covers the methods used to simulate the look of wood while taking advantage plastic’s easy construction techniques. Topics include: roughing up the boards, painting techniques to bring out the wooden look, and weathering painted wood.

TUESDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

WEDNESDAY 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Van Arnem, Bob

MATERIALS, TIPS, AND TECHNIQUES FOR MODELING A STOCK YARD

The model is based on UPRR and other prototypes. The clinic will include how to build a loading chute for single and double deck stock cars from scale plans.

WEDNESDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

THURSDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Vaughn, Paul

MODELING TANK CARS

This clinic shows how to change tank car parts to make a non-produced tank car the modeler might want. The best resource for this clinic is the book "Tank Cars -- AFC" by Edward Kaminski. In this clinic a demonstration on how to cast different parts and put them together for making the car desired. A summery of different style of cars will be included in the hand out.

WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

THURSDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

USING THE NMRA STANDARDS GAUGE

This clinic shows the interrelationship of the standards. Visual aids will allow the modeler: to see how important these relationships are and how they interact with each other. The standards covered in S3 and S4 will be the main subject. With a better understanding of the standards the modeler can have a derailment free layout.

WEDNESDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

THURSDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Wehr, Richard

THE GHOSTS OF GASOLINE ALLEY

A survey of gasoline station evolution from its start in the late 1880's up to today's modern stations. Learn how to enhance your model railroad by selecting the right station style, pumps, and gasoline brand for your layout's geographic area and time period. Examine station architectural periods and styles as well as pumps. Explore research tools and model kits and view examples of built kits and scratch-built models.

WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

SATURDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Wells, Jim

SCRATCHBUILDING LAYOUT SOUND FOR MODEL RAILROADS

This clinic is open to anyone, but a background in recording or audio editing is recommended, and this clinic will be directed towards the more serious scale sound model builder. We'll get into the nature of scale sound and hearing including the ways in which we perceive sound, and how to use the audio editor to create completely believable aural scale models. We'll explore a number of scale modeling tricks and production processes that have been developed specifically for model railroading. These techniques are equally applicable to both off board, and on board sound. We will also look squarely into the future of scale model sound: the integration of on and off line aural presentation and imaging (not for the faint of heart!).

THURSDAY 8:30 PM - 11:00 PM

THE BASICS OF LAYOUT SOUND FOR MODEL RAILROADS

This clinic will focus on the applications of sound for layout scenes. We will look at the nature of sound and human hearing as it relates to scale model railroading, and examine the current state of the art. Soundtrack creation and scale sound system applications will be explored. There will be practical demonstrations of the various methods and gear, an always lively Q&A session, and each attendee will get a copy of a 33 page scale sound tutorial.

WEDNESDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

FRIDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Westerfield, Al, MMR

MODELING NEW YORK CITY ELEVATED LINES

Last year's clinic described the history of the Pelham Elevated Line. A year's progress on modeling the equipment and structures will be presented.

FRIDAY 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

SATURDAY 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Wolohon, Larry, MMR

BUILDING RESIN FREIGHT CARS

Larry will present a brief history of resin models. He will show how these models fit in with prototype modeling, as some of the more common prototypes are available only as resin kits. He will also show briefly how one of these models go together, how to assemble these models. He will show some applications from building these resin models for building other models. Detailing of freight cars will be described. A brief description on researching these freight cars will be covered. Larry will show some internet sites as well as some books to research these cars to detail them better & correctly will be covered.

TUESDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

WEDNESDAY 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Zeek, Jim

LUMBER INDUSTIES THAT FIT MODEL RAILROAD EMPIRES

Box factories, planning mills, molding and cut-up plants offer rail-side industries for model railroads of all sizes. These installations have been located in all regions of the continent; from mid-western towns to industrial districts of large urban centers in addition to lumber producing regions. Photographs and video will illustrate the presentation. Jim worked in this industry for many years and is a fountain of information and interesting stories.

WEDNESDAY 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

THURSDAY 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

MODELING STEAM-POWERED SAW MILLS

Credibly representing saw mills in the age of steam is a significant challenge. The first half of this two-part clinic will focus on the how and why of the prototype. This will be followed by a presentation of choices and strategies for modeling that realistically depicts this fascinating industry without occupying all the layout space. Photographs and video will illustrate the presentation. Jim worked in this industry for many years and is a fountain of information and interesting stories.

WEDNESDAY 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM

THURSDAY 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM